Hong Kong Residents Flock to Chinese Mainland During Easter Break
Over the recent Easter holiday, Hong Kong witnessed a significant surge in outbound travel, with more than 2.27 million residents embarking on trips abroad, according to preliminary data from the Immigration Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government. Notably, over 1.9 million people traveled north to the Chinese mainland, highlighting a strong preference for mainland destinations among Hong Kong residents.
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB), a marvel of modern engineering and the world’s longest sea-crossing bridge-and-tunnel system, experienced unprecedented traffic volumes during this period. Official data released on Tuesday showed that the Zhuhai port of the HZMB handled over 19,000 inbound and outbound vehicles on Monday alone, setting a new record since the bridge’s opening.
This figure surpassed the previous single-day record of 18,400 vehicles, which was set just a few days earlier on March 31. The steady increase in cross-border traffic indicates a growing interest in travel and exchange between Hong Kong and the neighboring regions of the Chinese mainland.
The Easter holiday provided an opportune moment for residents to reconnect with family and friends, explore tourism destinations, and engage in business activities across the border. The surge in travel is seen as a positive sign for regional economic recovery and cultural exchange in the post-pandemic era.
Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation to ensure smooth operations at border checkpoints and to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of people and goods.
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Hong Kong records over 2.27 mln outbound trips during Easter holiday
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